Living with the aftermath: the second victim experience among certified registered nurse anesthetists.
Kruse JA, Podojil-Kostecki P, Smith B. Living with the aftermath: the second victim experience among certified registered nurse anesthetists. AANA J. 2024;92(3):173-180.
Many healthcare staff who are involved in an adverse event may experience negative physical and psychological aftereffects. This study of certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNA) in Michigan found 20% of respondents experienced psychological distress and 16% experienced physical distress. Peer support was the most important type of support following an event. Institutional support was inadequate.